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Kotomora

早はやめ

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Meanings

1

noun which may take the genitive case particle 'no', na-adjective, noun

early; a little earlier than usual

Describes doing something ahead of the usual or expected time; often used with に as an adverb. The 早め spelling is typical.

2

noun which may take the genitive case particle 'no', na-adjective, noun

a little faster than usual; slightly quicker

Used when increasing speed or pace slightly; 速め is the preferred kanji. Often appears as 速めに or 速めの.

Usage patterns